Cartier - Lighter - Gold-plated, Brass
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Description from the seller
Cartier Paris – Vintage Lighter (Gold Plated Brass) – Serial Number C685561
A rare vintage piece from Cartier Paris's iconic design era.
This elegant lighter dates from around 1975–1985, a time when Cartier perfected its clean lines, geometric shapes, and luxurious gilding.
This is an original item, with the serial number C685561 fully visible, as is customary on authentic Cartier models.
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Description
• Original Cartier Paris lighter
• Style: Minimalist, rectangular, iconic
• Surface: Gold plated brass (gilded brass body)
• Engraving: “Cartier Paris” + Serial number C685561
• Manufacturing: Made in France
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Dimensions
• Height: 7 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Depth: 1.0 cm
These measurements precisely correspond to the classic “Cartier Slim” models of the late 70s/early 80s.
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Condition
Good, well-kept vintage condition with typical age-related signs of wear:
• Light micro-scratches on the gilding (typical for its age)
• Minimal edge wear
• Interior clean
• Mechanism works
• The flint is present and functional
• The lighter is empty and simply needs to be refilled with gas.
No dents, no cracks, no structural damage.
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Included items
• Cartier lighter
(The flints are not included.)
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Dating
Circa 1975–1985, in line with the serial number and production methods of this era.
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Origin
France
Private vintage collection
Cartier Paris – Vintage Lighter (Gold Plated Brass) – Serial Number C685561
A rare vintage piece from Cartier Paris's iconic design era.
This elegant lighter dates from around 1975–1985, a time when Cartier perfected its clean lines, geometric shapes, and luxurious gilding.
This is an original item, with the serial number C685561 fully visible, as is customary on authentic Cartier models.
⸻
Description
• Original Cartier Paris lighter
• Style: Minimalist, rectangular, iconic
• Surface: Gold plated brass (gilded brass body)
• Engraving: “Cartier Paris” + Serial number C685561
• Manufacturing: Made in France
⸻
Dimensions
• Height: 7 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Depth: 1.0 cm
These measurements precisely correspond to the classic “Cartier Slim” models of the late 70s/early 80s.
⸻
Condition
Good, well-kept vintage condition with typical age-related signs of wear:
• Light micro-scratches on the gilding (typical for its age)
• Minimal edge wear
• Interior clean
• Mechanism works
• The flint is present and functional
• The lighter is empty and simply needs to be refilled with gas.
No dents, no cracks, no structural damage.
⸻
Included items
• Cartier lighter
(The flints are not included.)
⸻
Dating
Circa 1975–1985, in line with the serial number and production methods of this era.
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Origin
France
Private vintage collection
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Cartier
Material
Brass, Gold-plated
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Period
1970-1980
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